Organizational Development Manager

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions. Since 1941, we've positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers' unique needs - including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process. That's why we say we offer far more than furniture. We're Furnishing Knowledge.

KI is seeking a dynamic and strategic Organizational Development Manager to join our team. We're looking for an individual who is passionate about unlocking potential and driving meaningful, organizational change. In this pivotal role, you'll lead initiatives to elevate employee performance and cultivate a positive and intentional workplace culture.

You'll be responsible for designing and implementing impactful training programs, measure effectiveness, and continuously evolving them to meet employee needs and business objectives. Additionally, you'll play a vital role in growing and nurturing our leadership pipeline through mentorship opportunities for emerging leaders, overseeing performance management processes, and developing competency models that support career development across the company.

Responsibilities:

• Design and Implement Development Programs




• Create, manage, and measure success of employee training programs and initiatives; find opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and deliver training with exceptional presentation skills.
• Use metrics and analytics to evaluate the effectiveness of initiatives and inform future strategies.




• Leadership Development




• Identify, support, and nurture emerging leaders through mentorship opportunities, coaching, and leadership training programs.




• Employee Engagement and Retention




• Analyze engagement data, identify trends, and implement strategies to improve employee satisfaction and retention.




• Oversee Performance Management




• Refine our performance management system: system design, goal setting, feedback, and process communication.




• Competency Modeling




• Develop and apply a competency framework to guide hiring, development, and career progression.




• Cross-functional Collaboration




• Partner with HR, department heads, and senior leadership to ensure alignment of organizational development strategies across the organization.
• Develop strategies to support business goals through organizational development initiatives.




• Training Synergy




• Assure synergy between all training departments and initiatives.
• Identify gaps and improvement opportunities.

What you Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development, Training and Development, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field
• 7-10+ years of experience leading organizational change initiatives
• Internal or external consulting experience facilitating large scale organizational change preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven organizational and management skills
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CPLP, or other relevant credential(s) preferred

What KI Offers You:

• Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As an employee, you will have stock ownership in the company.
• Competitive Compensation Package: Including a competitive salary, bonus potential, and opportunities for growth.
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your well-being.
• Full Benefits Package: Includes life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A 401(k) Plan with Company Match: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays: Time off to recharge and spend with loved ones.
• Wellness Resources: Access to an on-site fitness center, fitness reimbursement program, and on-site nurse.
• Onsite Cafe: Enjoy a full breakfast and lunch menu right at work.
• Employee Product Discounts: Special pricing on company products.
• Educational Reimbursement Program: Support for degree programs and certifications.

KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.